The Senior Librarian (Research Engagement) works collaboratively with the Research Engagement team and Colleges to develop and maintain a sustainable suite of Library support services this position provides a service essential to the success of the University’s mission and vison: MISSION: Changing lives and changing the world VISION: To be internationally recognised as a world leader in research and the source of Australia's most enterprising graduates colleagues in Information and Digital Services and other areas too ensure they are fully informed and able to make use of library resources along with identifying new and emerging technologies that assist the research learning and teaching needs and improve library services You will also represent the Library at relevant College and University committees and meetings contribute to College accreditation and reviews processes and preparing Library impact statements for new and revised courses and lead designated projects contributing to strategies that support University and Library priorities related to research For a full list of the key position responsibilities of the Senior Librarian (Research Engagement), please refer to the position description relevant experience in an academic or research library with a general to broad knowledge on research data management services researcher metrics and generative AI applications in research This knowledge extends to research methods and the ability to critically examine and filter research literature With the ability to work in an environment of diverse and changing educational technologies building and managing collaborative partnerships in an academic environment is your super power matched only by your high level organisational and problem-solving skills including the ability to apply project methodology and manage deadlines The successful candidate will also hold a University degree and be eligible for Associate (professional) membership of ALIA For a full list of the key position capabilities, please refer to the position description The Flinders University Library is a pivotal resource instrumental in supporting the achievement of the University's goals and mission The team is dedicated to enabling equitable access to and engagement with knowledge The library is critical to the University's learning and research endeavours We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment  Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Tuesday late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: MISSION: Changing lives and changing the world For a full list of the key position responsibilities of the Senior Librarian (Research Engagement), please refer to the position description For a full list of the key position capabilities, please refer to the position description The library is critical to the University's learning and research endeavours.  and amongst the top 1% in the world.  Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment  Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.  We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.  late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.  Create a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox When you create this job alert we will email you a selection of jobs matching your criteria. Our terms and conditions and privacy policy apply to this service and you can unsubscribe at any time your email address will be shared with the employer Two composers from behind the Iron Curtain presented with subversive flair In the fitting brutalist architecture of Canberra’s High Court building the Flinders Quartet paired with Finnish pianist Paavali Jumppanen (currently Artistic Director of the Australian National Academy of Music) in a daring performance of music conceived under the authoritarian spotlight of the Soviet Union at war in 1940 (then allied Germany) and post-war Poland of 1952 Quintessence: Paavali Jumppanen and the Flinders Quartet The quintet began with Dmitri Shostakovich’s Piano Quintet in G minor with Jumppanen performing a dramatic and impassioned opening of the Prelude with the strings joining in traded solos beginning with viola Already the piece’s seditious characteristics came through with discordant overtones played over Romantic musical elements This technique reappeared later in the Scherzo this time bringing in Spanish dance themes The Fugue played by the strings was magical and immensely delicate at a dynamic of piano-pianissimo followed by the round-like trading of calls between the two violins and then the cello As the Shostakovich took on a more optimistic tone after a mournful violin solo played perfectly by Elizabeth Sellars there was a trip to the top notes on piano over plucked cello from Zoe Knighton Then the players relished in an up-tempo romp After again a more tortured passage on the strings (without piano) Jumppanen rendered a Bolero-like rhythmic foundation with the four strings soaring over the top for the lovely finish to the Finale Allegretto Wilma Smith took over from Sellars as leader for Grażyna Bacewicz’s Piano Quintet No and the strings began with full-bowed progressions over piano in steady crescendo and decrescendo patterns then suddenly breaking into a brutalist rondo proceeded to show off Helen Ireland’s mastery of her exquisitely mellow 1939 A E Smith viola the third movement grew progressively louder as it became less melodic and more chaotic and tragic with a sense of a scene trying to portray normality while things go awry beneath the façade (an expression of Bacewicz’s insurgent spirit?) The baying viola then faded to a pianissimo finish The finale built on a statement and answer pattern between strings and piano concluding with a dark sense of foreboding This performance was sparkling and precise in what may be one of Canberra’s best acoustics for small-group chamber music did the strings get slightly ahead of the piano Otherwise the rendition of this daring program fitting perfectly with the 2025 Festival’s theme Liberté The Canberra International Music Festival continues until 4 May Contribute to Limelight and support independent arts journalism Konstantin Shamray and Paavali Jumppanen deliver a flawless showcase of their talent Baritone David Greco and Australian Haydn Ensemble achieve the tight and coordinated ebb and flow required to give lieder its life and an emphasis on Finnish and Australian Indigenous music Fantasia is a taste of the Festival in its entirety Canberra International Music Festival's Eugene Ughetti unpacks this year's program promising a "five day-long deep listening experience" Australia's next generation of orchestral players showed their stuff Log in to read the PDF version of Limelight's April 2025 magazine Check out our playlists from our latest issue Our free Weekly Newsletter delivers the latest arts news reviews and features to your inbox each Saturday We have an exciting opportunity to be a critical part of the University’s expansion into child and adolescent mental health research This important area of research is a key pillar of the Flinders University Institute for Mental Health and Wellbeing and the successful candidate will play an important role in increasing the profile of the Institute and its focus on child and adolescent mental health the Research Fellow will undertake research under the direction of the Little Heroes Professor of Child and Adolescent Mental Health Some of the key position responsibilities of the position will include (but is not limited to): you will have completed a PhD in child and/or adolescent mental health as well as two years of research experience in child and/or adolescent mental health as demonstrated by peer-reviewed publications and presentations at a national and/or international level You will also possess the following key position capabilities: Through our world-class teaching and research and vision to protect vulnerable communities and advance human development The College is dedicated to cultivating bright minds and inspiring innovative and highly skilled graduates for future ready careers The Flinders University Institute for Mental Health and Wellbeing is multi-disciplinary research institute within the College that is focused on improving mental health and wellbeing across the lifespan The Institute brings together world leading researchers across psychology Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?  Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACST) on Tuesday Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check - Australian Police or Accredited Agencies Working With Children Check - Government of South Australia Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?  FIND YOUR ONE NATION CANDIDATE, LOCAL POLLING BOOTHS AND HOW-TO-VOTE CARD HERE. ■ Federal support for Rosebud Hospital upgrades and local CFA branches  ■ Stronger youth crime laws and tougher bail conditions  ■ Fixing local roads and supporting small family-run businesses  ■ Ending woke division - one flag, one people, one nation under God One Nation preferences are structured to strengthen the conservative vote - not split it.A Vote 1 for One Nation is the strongest message you can send to Canberra. I'm not here for a political career - I'm here to fight for the country I love and the community I live in. The One Nation political party was launched on the 11th April 1997 at Ipswich by its founder, Pauline Hanson. Authorised by P. Hanson, Pauline Hanson’s One Nation, 2/6-12 Boronia Rd Brisbane Airport QLD 4008 AEST = Australian Eastern Standard Time which is 10 hours ahead of GMT (Greenwich Mean Time) CNN and the BBC World Service which is copyright and cannot be reproduced Findon Technical College students will be able to complete their first year of a Flinders University degree while in Year 12 fast-tracking their pathway into key career opportunities The nation-leading initiative is a partnership between Flinders and the South Australian government that focuses on building a specialised workforce to support the economic future of South Australia Students who qualify will be able to start their degree while in Year 12 at Findon Technical College then complete their studies at Flinders  – fast-tracking the start of their career as an early childhood educator The university courses included in the agreement are the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) and Bachelor of Early Childhood Education – either Birth to 8 or Birth to 5 Pathways into nursing and allied health degrees including social work,speech pathology occupational therapy and physiotherapy will also be offered in addition to psychology Flinders University Senior Deputy-Vice Chancellor Professor Romy Lawson says Flinders believes a student’s potential can be unlocked early by supporting their drive and skill development in their chosen career “Our game-changing initiative with the State Government will provide an opportunity for students to earn degree qualifications sooner and support their tertiary study while they’re in year 12.” “This pathway with the Findon Technical College means Flinders students will emerge with degree level qualifications in industries suffering skills shortages to support the economy and fast-track their career opportunities in nursing “It will be transformative for students to have the first year of their degree under their belt while working with industry experts on the job to gain valuable future skills.” students will need to successfully complete their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) in Year 11 at Findon Technical College and University preparatory program for entry into their degree They will then have guaranteed university entry as a Year 12 student without the need for an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) Minister for Education Blair Boyer says the Government continues to lead the way in building a workforce for the future with this arrangement between Findon Technical College and Flinders University fast-tracking students into their career “By enabling them to complete their first year of university while still in Year 12 they will leave Findon Technical College with important skills developed working with industry experts in state-of-the-art facilities.” and completed the first year of their degree all in one year Initiatives like this will drive our state forward help tackle skills shortages and establish a world class workforce best placed to take advantage of the opportunities of the future including AUKUS and increased demand in of the health and early childhood care sectors.” The Findon Technical College students who qualify will be able to complete studies in their chosen degree program as part of their Year 12 studies with teaching support from both the Technical College and Flinders University educators The bachelor courses will be offered online or via hybrid delivery at Flinders city campus or in the Technical College by Flinders University and students will study up to eight topics in 2025 Findon Technical College is the first of five technical colleges to be built across metropolitan and regional South Australia in a State Government investment of $208.8 million Co-located and run in conjunction with Findon High School students at the Technical College can get a head start to a career in one of three in-demand industry specialisations: advanced manufacturing and engineering health and social support and early childhood education and care Receive emails when a new article is published Northern Territory’s long-standing local medical program is celebrating its highest intake of medical students this week welcoming 38 new Northern Territory (NT) resident students and its first international cohort to the program Professor Robyn Aitken, Dean of Rural and Remote Health at Flinders University says there are more than 130 Flinders University students in the NT currently studying the Northern Territory Medical Program There are also more than 100 medical students undertaking short and long placements facilitated by Flinders University each year Many of them are subsequently returning to work in the Territory as graduates “We know that the Northern Territory has a significant need for a larger health workforce,” says Professor Robyn Aitken “There is still much to do in recruiting and training local health care professionals and graduating Indigenous and non-Indigenous doctors who can contribute to improving the health and well-being of all Territorians “Our medical program offers a wonderful opportunity for people in the Territory to pursue medical training learn about the unique challenges of rural and remote health care and consider a career in an area of health care need “We’re delighted to be welcoming two students back who deferred in 2024 “Together they make up a total of 42 medical students commencing in the Territory this year – the highest number for Flinders so far “The introduction of international students undertaking the medical program entirely in the Northern Territory demonstrates our commitment to boosting the local medical workforce pipeline when Commonwealth Supported places are yet to flow to the Territory,” adds Professor Aitken The 42 medical students will embark on a four-year course developing comprehensive skills knowledge and understanding specifically required to serve the diverse medical needs of the Northern Territory students will gain hands-on experience including rich and innovative clinical placements supported by partner staff in local hospitals and primary health care clinics in Darwin Preference for the Northern Territory Medical Program is given to Northern Territory and Indigenous applicants and graduates of the program are committed to spend two years working in the Territory with many opting to pursue their long-term careers here “We pride ourselves on championing diversity and inclusion and have a proven track record in graduating doctors who truly understand the needs of Territory communities,” says Associate Professor Emma Kennedy, Northern Territory Medical Program Director Associate Professor Kennedy says that the Welcome week for Year 1 medicine students was held from 10-14 February with a focus on preparing new students for the year ahead providing social connections and providing supports for student wellbeing “Students have familiarised themselves with classrooms and laboratories socialised with staff and experts at joint lunches and participated in social activities hosted by student societies” says Associate Professor Kennedy With an emphasis on cultural orientation, students also took part in the Saltwater Welcome to Country ceremony delivered by Elder on Campus Uncle Dr Richard Fejo Ashley Hughes says: “I’m super excited to start studying medicine in Darwin as staying close to my family was a big factor.” “I also have a lot of friends and work colleagues currently completing their medicine degree who really helped me make the informed decision to choose Flinders University in Darwin.” Flinders University remains deeply committed to the NT with more than 27 years contributing to the health of Territorians developing and delivering health education and research expertise 229 Flinders University medical students have graduated in the NT with over half of these graduates continuing to live and work in the Territory after completing their return of service and the cost of living were at the forefront at a federal election forum attended by Flinders candidates last Thursday A large crowd watched the forum at Rosebud Country Club to hear the five nominated candidates outline their vision for the Mornington Peninsula Taking the stage were Flinders MP Zoe McKenzie (Liberal) and infrastructure funding to climate change the shire stated the aim of the forum was to “provide an open respectful and balanced platform for candidates to present their priorities for the Mornington Peninsula Perhaps the most interesting interaction during the forum came from the two minor contenders on the stage One Nation candidate Mike Brown was keen to advocate for a return to fossil fuels and an abandonment of the renewables “nonsense” while admitting he actually drove an electric vehicle Greens candidate Adam Frogley espoused the merits of a sustainable future being the way forward for Australia while also conceding he enjoyed restoring and driving V8s There were few other surprises in the answers each candidate gave at the event McKenzie kicked things off by telling attendees “I’ve had the great honour and joy to represent this amazing community over the last three years but I must say that over the last three years things have become much “Flinders has always been a seat that has sent someone to Canberra that makes an impact locally and nationally,” said McKenzie an opening salvo aimed at the independent on the stage.“I have a history of delivering” The last to introduce herself was Labor candidate Sarah Race One is that all politics is local,” she said Race explained to the forum attendees that she saw her four years as a councillor as an apprenticeship for parliament “I spent four years looking people in the eye and learning about their relationship to this incredible place we call home.” Independent Ben Smith explained his long roles in the community sector I could be fundraising for the rest of my life to feed people and house people or I could be involved in something that sees the issue resolved at the place it begins and I believe that is at the policy level at Canberra.” Smith stated that a strong cross-bench was the best way to deliver on day-to-day issues Adam Frogley from the Greens said he was an Aboriginal man born and raised in Healesville but that doesn’t mean we don’t suffer the same impacts,” he said “It is clear to me that there are a number of things that are very said “I put my hat in the ring because I wanted to support making a difference I’m sick to death of all the rubbish in politics.“What we are standing up for is really to make Australia great again.” The first question for candidates was on housing and rental affordability Race said the Albanese government was investing $35 billion into new homes McKenzie said “my side of politics has been very clear that the solution is supply Smith said his priority was to legislate the National Housing and Homelessness Plan while The Greens candidate Frogley said his party would look at ways to encourage more public housing to be built Brown said One Nation’s priority was to “stop the mass migration policies” and to ban home ownership for foreigners the future of Rosebud Hospital was on the agenda.Race said “a re-elected Albanese government will give the biggest ever boost to Medicare including an urgent care clinic at Somerville.” McKenzie responded to Race’s assertion by claiming “bulk billing has plummeted under this government” Smith said “I will push for a major federal government investment to make sure we get our fair share for our hospital down here.” Brown said “I have had firsthand experience at Rosebud Hospital and they are underfunded One Nation would make sure they are properly funded” Frogley said the Greens “would support the redevelopment of Rosebud Hospital” The next question dealt with cost of living Asked what specific measures the candidates would introduce to assist with cost of living pressures Green and Teals policies are only making it worse” Race said “the Albanese Labor government is doing their darndest to reduce the cost of living.” McKenzie told the audience that the average tax is going up under Labor “We’re the boring guys that balance the budget “The suggestion that Australians are better off under Labor is absolutely farcical.” “This issue hasn’t developed overnight,” said Smith “I’ll be pushing for a Royal Commission into supermarket powers” Candidates then answered questions on small business reform McKenzie promised “there will be announcements coming from me soon on community safety on the peninsula” while Smith told the forum “the federal government does have a role to play here It is about making sure we have enough service provision making sure our young people have programs they can be a part of Crime must stop before it starts.” Brown said “If you vote for One Nation we’re going to deport foreign criminals immediately The forum then moved on to climate change and environment but there are things that we can do down here like micro-grid technology to reduce reliance on the grid,” said Smith.“There isn’t an industry on a dead planet,” said Race and mentioned her work protecting the spider crabs at Blairgowrie Pier “The reason I’m on my side of politics is that I don’t have time for hypocrisy,” she said another largely state-government managed area Smith said that “it is clear that the peninsula has missed out To only receive one-tenth of what Geelong receives is an outrage.”“There will be no leverage on a crossbench,” said McKenzie Frogley said “we’re sick to death of the state of the roads.” The forum ended with each candidate making a final pitch for votes Labor’s Sarah Race said “it’s time to vote Labor on the peninsula We haven’t had a Labor member in Flinders for 40 years and you can tell”.One Nation’s Mike Brown was next – he said “this is a great area to live I’ve had to work hard.”Independent Smith said “how long can we do the same thing and expect a different result The crisis we are experiencing will not be fixed unless we try for a different outcome” Not the party.”Greens Adam Frogley told the audience “I will be forceful and drive change as a representative for you.”Liberal Zoe McKenzie said “choice matters The electorate of Flinders needs to send the best person to Canberra.” “Who on earth is going to pay for these things We are at risk of becoming an underperforming nation” thanked all five candidates for their attendance.“This forum was an important opportunity to provide our community with the information they need to make an informed decision about who will best represent us at the federal level We are committed to ensuring our residents are engaged and empowered throughout this democratic process,” said Marsh.“I wish all federal election candidates the best of luck with their campaigns I look forward to working with our newly elected representative and continuing to advocate for the funding and policies that our community needs.” First published in the Mornington News – 25 March 2025 Mornington Peninsula News Group (MPNG) is a locally owned and operated MPNG publishes five weekly community newspapers: the Western Port News Frankston Times and Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News MPNG also publishes two glossy magazines: Peninsula Essence and Peninsula Kids In a move to continue to develop its strategic governance Flinders University has appointed senior public sector leaders Damien Walker and Clare Mockler to its University Council bringing decades of leadership and strategic governance experience The University Council oversees Flinders’ strategic direction ensuring the University’s governance framework supports its long-term success while serving the needs of the broader community Mr Walker and Ms Mockler will serve two-year terms beginning in January 2025 Mr Walker will also join the University’s Finance and Investment Committee while Ms Mockler has been appointed to the Audit and Risk Committee Flinders University Chancellor John Hood welcomed the appointments highlighting the exceptional depth of experience the new members bring “The addition of Damien Walker and Clare Mockler to our University Council strengthens our governance capabilities at a critical time,” Mr Hood said “Their strategic insight and complementary skills will help Flinders navigate significant changes in the higher education sector and position the University for future success.” an accomplished public sector executive and Flinders University alumnus has held senior leadership roles across South Australian and Queensland government departments including Chief Executive of South Australia’s Department of the Premier and Cabinet He will soon take up the role of Director-General of Queensland’s Department of the Premier and Cabinet it’s a privilege to join the University Council and contribute to driving meaningful outcomes for students and the community,” Mr Walker said currently Interim Executive Director of Arts South Australia previously served as Chief Executive Officer of Adelaide City Council following a distinguished 20-year career in local government “I’m excited to join the Council at such a pivotal time for higher education and look forward to applying my public sector expertise in supporting Flinders’ strategic vision and innovative approach to education,” Ms Mockler said Mr Walker and Ms Mockler were formally appointed by University Council on December 5 Professor Claire Lenehan has been appointed as the Director of Flinders’ Factory of the Future. A leading chemistry and forensics researcher with decades of experience in product development Professor Lenehan is bringing her expertise working with industry and government into her new role leading a world-class advanced manufacturing facility The Flinders’ Factory of the Future is bringing together industry and researchers to develop powerful capabilities in key sectors such as defence and digital technologies Currently being built in tandem with Tonsley Technical College it’s part of a collaboration between the Federal and State Governments to capitalise on opportunities in the defence sector and to bolster capacity in local manufacturing Professor Lenehan’s past industry experience includes her contribution to the development of technology that rapidly detects chemical hazards and concealed explosives in collaboration with the Defence Science and Technology Group She has also worked on developing techniques to improve the efficiency and yield of plant extracts with Jurlique International – a global said Professor Lenehan’s stewardship will drive Flinders strategic engagement with industry and government to new heights at the Factory of the Future “Professor Lenehan is a passionate advocate for university and industry collaboration and is uniquely positioned to lead the Factory of the Future through a transdisciplinary approach that realises its full potential.” “The Factory of the Future is Australia’s first industrial-scale high-value manufacturing research and accelerator facility and Professor Lenehan’s leadership will ensure it’s delivering at the cutting edge of industry-linked research and education.” Professor Lenehan also serves as the Chair of the Australian Solar Thermal Research Institute Steering Committee and is a past President of the Australian Institute of Nuclear Science and Engineering Professor Lenehan commences her role on February 10 moving from her current position as Dean of Research in the College of Science & Engineering Flinders University’s Factory of the Future is supported by grant funding from the Australian Government and $9 million funding from the South Australian government the Diploma of Sports Management (Cricket) a joint initiative of the South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) and Flinders University has seen 19 students participate in the first intake of the program One of the features that sets the Flinders Diploma apart is the 100 hours of practical work-ready experience within the sporting industry Students are exposed to real-life work experience across multiple departments at the SACA including unparalleled and industry-leading behind-the-scenes access to match days at Adelaide Oval Samuel Cannadine is using the year-long Diploma to augment his course degree in journalism Cannadine said the match day experience at Adelaide Oval was invaluable for students undertaking the diploma “It was so great to get a behind-the-scenes look at the workings of a BBL game as part of our Diploma in Sports Management (Cricket),” Cannadine said “We were able to get some extremely valuable experience throughout a number of departments “This included the set up of commercial activations valuable insights from the communications and digital media teams There are multiple pathways that could lead to this exciting course mature-aged career changers and students that are paralleling the Diploma with other study Enrolments for the September 2025 intake for the Diploma in Sports Management will commence in March More information can be found here We acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of this country and we pay our respects to Kaurna Elders past We also extend that respect to all traditional owners of country throughout South Australia Teenagers consider zero-alcohol beverages to be a type of alcoholic drink leading Flinders University researchers to voice grave concerns about the impact of their exposure to zero-alcohol branding and advertising “Our new study shows that teenagers classify zero-alcohol drinks as a type of alcoholic beverage, rather than as a soft drink,” says lead author Dr Ashlea Bartram from the Flinders Health and Medical Institute (FHMRI) It means that exposure to zero-alcohol drinks in advertising or retail spaces such as the local supermarket may have the same type of negative effects that come from exposure to alcoholic beverages “This is a major concern because there is a well-established association between frequency of alcohol advertising exposure and alcohol consumption among adolescents,” says Dr Bartram the more alcohol advertising a young person is exposed to Zero-alcohol drinks (<0.5% alcohol) resemble alcohol in appearance and taste and are most often advertised under established alcohol brands (known as ‘brand extensions’) or as entirely new products (‘new to world’) Dr Bartram warns there are few current restrictions on zero-alcohol drinks which are freely available for sale to all age groups including in places where alcohol is not available such as supermarkets – and in these places they are often located alongside soft drinks The study published in International Journal of Drug Policy involved more than 300 teenagers aged 15-to-17 years participating in a reaction-time experiment viewing 20 randomly ordered images of alcoholic drinks They were asked to quickly indicate whether the images made them think of alcohol Their response time and agreement levels were recorded and analysed The study was designed to further understand their perceptions of zero-alcohol drinks and the impacts these perceptions may have on their future alcohol consumption the ‘brand extension’ zero-alcohol drinks (90.7%) and ‘new-to-world’ zero-alcohol (85.6%) drinks prompted them to think of alcohol compared to just 5.2% of images of  soft drinks,” says Dr Bartram “They were slightly quicker to categorise ‘brand extension’ (such as Heineken or Gordon’s) zero-alcohol drinks as alcohol rather than ‘new-to-world’ drinks – but overall it was clear that the vast majority of these products were prompting teens to think of alcohol young people associate zero-alcohol drinks with alcohol so there is now a strong argument for some sensible restrictions to be made on where these drinks can be sold and advertised.” Dr Bartram says that it is well documented that alcohol consumption is particularly harmful for young people’s developing brains bodies and mental health due to its neurodevelopmental impacts and can increase a young person’s risk of illness “Young people who start drinking alcohol at an early age are also more likely to drink alcohol in harmful ways or become dependent on alcohol in later life,” Dr Bartram says The Australian Alcohol Guidelines recommend that children and people under 18 years old should not drink alcohol to reduce their risk of injury and health risks Australia’s National Preventive Health Strategy 2021–2030 has also set an ambitious goal to limit alcohol consumption among youths aged 14 to 17 years old to less than 10% by 2030 “The rise of zero-alcohol drinks presents a unique regulatory challenge Many of these beverages feature branding and designs that closely mirror conventional alcoholic drinks contributing to the normalisation of alcohol consumption for younger Australians,” says Dr Bartram “As the boundaries between alcohol and its alternatives blur the safeguarding of young Australians against the dangers of alcohol consumption must remain a central focus in public health initiatives “We’re now calling on governments to reconsider the regulations on how zero-alcohol drinks are marketed and sold.” See also: https://news.flinders.edu.au/blog/2023/12/18/helping-or-hindering-alcohol-in-disguise/ and https://news.flinders.edu.au/blog/2024/03/05/proceed-with-caution-the-meteoric-rise-of-0-alcohol-drinks/ For support or advice contact the National Alcohol and Other Drug Hotline: 1800 250 015 Acknowledgements: This research was funded by the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation (Project Reference: 24-36090441) and JB receive funding from the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care to support research regarding alcohol and other drugs Flinders University coastal experts are now finding more cost-efficient ways to capture crucial seascape elevation data (bathymetry) through current research projects that are monitoring environmental change across areas of South Australia’s coastline “High-precision traditional technologies such as topographic profiling boat-based echo sounders and sonar are currently the best available methods for providing accurate bathymetric data but their use can be limited by cost and time restraints,” says Professor Patrick Hesp head of Environmental Science at Flinders University’s College of Science and Engineering The Satellite-Derived Bathymetry (SDB) method is a less costly and highly efficient tool for researchers examining the movement of sand in the nearshore this new study highlights the enhanced accuracy of optical satellite-derived bathymetric datasets in a shallow low-wave-energy coastal environment by identifying the best combination of input satellite imagery spectral bands and empirical derivation techniques which ties into monitoring seagrass movement and coastal impact studies across Adelaide and South Australia uses optical satellite observations that are cost-effective and capable of extensive coverage – which is especially helpful in remote locations “Our findings indicate that using satellite derived bathymetry improves the monitoring of seabed changes which will improve our ability to map and monitor the dynamic sea floor and aid coastal management,” says Joram Downes a student who recently completed his First-Class Honours thesis in the Beach and Dune Systems (BEADs) Laboratory at Flinders University Mr Downes is lead author of a study that enhances the accuracy of optical satellite-derived bathymetric datasets for the Adelaide metropolitan coast by identifying the optimal combination of input satellite imagery “Satellite derived bathymetry will supplement existing methods of data collection filling in gaps in data where seafloor elevation remains unknown” says Associate Professor David Bruce an expert in remote sensing at Flinders University examined combinations of more than 100 bathymetric derivations that were calibrated and validated using more than 1 million ground observations achieving the best results with input spectral bands from the low-cost PlanetScope SuperDove constellation The research was also supported by the use of a newly acquired drone-based bathymetric LiDAR Flinders University’s Associate Professor Graziela Miot da Silva works with these systems in her scientific coastal surveillance projects and is delighted by the outcomes of this research “It was exciting to see these technologies working seamlessly together especially the LiDAR that captured excellent data in shallow waters which closely aligned with the sonar dataset and provided a precision method to correlate with the satellite-based bathymetry,” says Associate Professor Miot da Silva “This research not only optimises satellite derived bathymetry for use in the Gulf St Vincent but it also provides valuable insights into how the number of input bands their spatial resolution and their specific spectral properties influence the quality of satellite-derived bathymetry datasets,” says Mr Downes The research – “Optimising Satellite-Derived Bathymetry Using Optical Imagery over the Adelaide Metropolitan Coast”, by Joram Downes, David Bruce, Graziela Miot da Silva and Patrick Hesp – has been published in Remote Sensing. doi.org/10.3390/rs17050849 Taking their talents away from the campus theatre Flinders Drama Centre will this year feature in the Adelaide Fringe for the first time ever presenting two works at the Holden Street Theatres the world premiere of Glace Chase’s Gull – or – The Most Lamentable Comedie Called Love will run from March 1 to 9 while March 4 to 9 will see the SA premiere of Rita Kalnejais’ twist on Shakespeare The productions are the centrepiece of a new initiative of Flinders Drama Centre which sees Bachelor of Performance (Honours) students creating new and experimental works and presenting an annual season in a public venue of the Adelaide Fringe “Flinders Drama Centre is the only drama school in the country that trains actors not just to interpret stage and screen scripts but to create such works themselves,” says Flinders University’s Drama Centre Manager Dr Christopher Hurrell “Participating in the development and performance of new works by established artists is a crucial element in this training and central to our unique Honours program.” Gull – or – The Most Lamentable Comedie Called Love | March 1-9 | Holden Street Theatres With Chase’s trademark brilliant wit and outrageous daring Gull updates Shakespeare’s cross-gendered comedies with a provocative twist for today’s feminist and queer sensibilities Originally commissioned by Bell Shakespeare Company the play sat unproduced for ten years after being seen as too outrageous to stage Taking place at the outbreak of the plague in 1665 the story follows a “banned from the stage” breeches girl and boy-player who gate crash the mansion of a leading conservative and his vapid wife in a desperate bid to escape the city But a libertine and pantomime dame have the same idea and they’ll all have to battle it out in this epic night from hell https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/gull-or-the-most-lamentable-comedie-called-love-af2025 First Love is the Revolution | March 4-9 | Holden Street Theatres Flinders’ inaugural Honours student of the new Bachelor of Performance in Directing – Australia’s only specialist undergraduate degree for theatre directors – First Love is the Revolution is a darkly comedic tale reimagining Romeo and Juliet in a surreal world where love defies nature’s laws Originally premiering at London’s Soho Theatre and later performed at Sydney’s famed Griffin Theatre Company two star-crossed teenage lovers whose connection defies not only their feuding parents but also their species the production delivers a theatrical experience that is as poignant as it is provocative “From Gale Edwards (1975) to Benedict Andrews (1995) and through to now Flinders Drama Centre has developed world-leading directors for stage and screen,” says Dr Hurrell “Now that expertise has been distilled into a dedicated degree course for directors “I’m thrilled Hannah and the entire cast has the opportunity to take their learnings and showcase them within one of Australia’s premier arts festivals.” https://adelaidefringe.com.au/fringetix/first-love-is-the-revolution-af2025 You can find a list of all shows featuring Flinders University staff, students and alumni here South Australia’s preparations for major naval shipbuilding projects under the AUKUS agreement has taken another step forward under a new research collaboration between Flinders University and the Florida Institute of Technology in the USA Flinders University postdoctoral researcher Dr Tamar Jamieson, is one of the first South Australian to receive a new SA Defence, Space & Cyber Scholarship from the American Australian Association (AAA) under its specialty field program The scholarship has been supported by former SA premier Steven Marshall who is the incoming president of the New York-based association In line with her role at the ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation at Flinders, Dr Jamieson leaves Adelaide this week to work with experts at the Florida Institute of Technology Center of Corrosion and Biofouling Control Both research groups focus on understanding and improving the design of corrosion and biofouling control systems with biofilm build-up on naval and other large carrier and cargo ships linked to 40% higher fuel consumption and the spread of exotic pests on marine vessels travelling between international ports Professor Sophie Leterme the director of the ARC Training Centre for Biofilm Research and Innovation says biofouling research work aims to significantly reduce maritime emissions and the cost of large-scale environmental programs to eradicate exotic marine species “The work will contribute to the longevity and effectiveness of naval vessels reducing the need for more frequent operational maintenance,” says Professor Leterme these collaborations align closely with a key component of Australia’s naval shipbuilding plan to build a robust and technologically advanced naval fleet.” who completed her PhD at Flinders University’s College of Science and Engineering in 2022 says as well as the environmental and economic costs biofouling management is now part of vessel operator regulations for vessels operating in Australian territorial waters under the Biosecurity Act 2015 “This scholarship is an amazing opportunity to undertake research with experts at the forefront of biofouling research in the US,” says Dr Jamieson “It is an opportunity for me to gain valuable experience and knowledge of complementary work being undertaken on biofouling by AUKUS partners and for our team at Flinders to gain invaluable insights and practical experience to advance our capabilities in this field.” The American Australian Association offers the scholarships to “complement and support South Australia’s rapidly expanding defence President Mr Marshall says: “The American Australian Association is proud to support outstanding researchers like Dr Tamar Jamieson through this Defence “By fostering collaboration and innovation between Australia and the United States we are strengthening ties in critical fields and empowering individuals who are shaping the future of our shared security and technological advancements,” he says Copyright © 1996-2015 National Geographic SocietyCopyright © 2015-2025 National Geographic Partners Explorer was buried in home town after his remains were found during construction of UK’s high-speed rail The small sheet of lead, which once adorned a coffin that was lost under London for 200 years, now sits in a slick new building in central Adelaide the ornate writing legible despite signs of age Flinders is credited with naming Australia and was the first European to circumnavigate the vast continent Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email When he arrived home from his travels in 1810 after a series of adventures (including years in detention in Mauritius) he was ill with kidney disease. He died about the same time his book, A Voyage to Terra Australis, was published, and was buried in St James’s burial ground near Euston station. But his headstone was removed and the location of his remains forgotten – although urban myths abounded that he was under platform 12 or 15. Read moreIn 2019, during the construction of the HS2 – a high-speed rail network in the UK – tens of thousands of bodies were exhumed from the old burial ground said archaeologists had worked out roughly where Flinders was located Matthew Flinders’ coffin plate was found in an archaeological dig underneath London’s Euston train station in 2019 Photograph: James O Jenkins/HS2“Ultimately during the careful excavation of the burial ground “And then the archaeologists were excavating it and started to reveal the C and the A and the P … so that was just an amazing moment.” Last year Flinders’ remains were reinterred in his home town of Donington He was buried with a replica coffin plate (also called a breast plate) and the real one was given to South Australia’s governor The state’s university is named for the explorer Flinders Island and the Flinders Chase national park on Kangaroo Island Free newsletterGet the most important news as it breaks an Aboriginal man who accompanied him on his voyage “There’s a little bit of awe … for historians Matthew Flinders is a really important character they should know who he is,” Kanellos says ‘An amazing moment’ … The coffin plate is removed after being discovered at the archaeological dig Photograph: James O Jenkins/HS2“Is he a hero Putting these objects on display helps to humanise Flinders and gets people to think about who he was and what he did While Flinders is in his final resting place and will eventually go on display in a maritime museum in Port Adelaide Against the backdrop of an alarming increase in the number of people under 50 being diagnosed with bowel cancer researchers are urging people to bump up their fibre intake and improve their eating habits if they want to reduce their risk of deadly digestive cancers Two studies by Flinders University expand on existing evidence that a diet rich in fruits legumes and dairy may protect against the risk of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers – including bowel – and improve the outcomes of these diseases “We’ve identified many direct links between poor diet choices and digestive cancers,” says senior author Dr Yohannes Melaku from Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (FHMRI) we found that a diet high in healthy fats and vegetables whilst limiting the consumption of sugars and alcohol could potentially reduce the risk of bowel and other cancers marked by high consumption of red and processed meats present a worrying relationship with an increased risk of GI cancers we found that high-fibre foods such as fruits and vegetables promote healthy gut bacteria that can reduce inflammation The emphasis on fibre and healthy fats should be an integral part of everyone’s diet.” Whilst there is growing evidence that dietary interventions can be effective at preventing or delaying some diseases the authors say that further trials are needed to investigate the impact that diet has on cancers and that diet is just one aspect of someone’s overall health and wellbeing Gastrointestinal cancers (GI) including cancer of the oesophagus, stomach, pancreas, small bowel, colon, rectum and anus, are responsible for 1 in 4 cancer cases our research serves as a timely reminder of the power of nutrition in disease prevention we can take proactive steps in safeguarding our long-term health,” says Dr Melaku “With the growing number of digestive cancers and increasingly in people under 50 years old it’s time for action to protect people’s digestive health.” The findings support the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) and American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) guidelines that advocate for diets rich in whole grains “Our findings not only reinforce established guidelines but also highlight dietary choices that can proactively protect against this disease such as upping your fibre intake,” says Dr Melaku “Having a healthy diet is one of the simplest ways to improve our overall health and reduce the risk of diseases including cancers “Our studies demonstrate that nutrition education and promoting healthy eating patterns could be pivotal in reducing GI cancer risks and improving patient outcomes,” Dr Melaku adds “Whilst our results are promising, more work needs to be done with a greater focus on nutrition in clinical settings using nutritional biomarkers to better understand the relationship between diet and GI cancer,” says Associate Professor Amy Reynolds “We need to understand how different dietary patterns may influence the risk of developing digestive cancers “We also want to see an increase in education around healthy eating which could lead to better health outcomes for those at risk for GI cancers,” she adds The article, ‘Association of dietary patterns derived by reduced-rank regression with colorectal cancer risk and mortality’ by Zegeye Abebe Yohannes Adama Melaku was published in European Journal of Nutrition A related article, ‘Difference in Gastrointestinal Cancer Risk and Mortality by Dietary Pattern Analysis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis by Review and Meta-Analysis’ by Zegeye Abebe Amy C Reynolds and Yohannes Adama Melaku was published in Nutrition Reviews journal are supported by National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia (NHMRC) Investigator Grants (no The Degraves Subway at Flinders Street station is back with 6 new lifts to improve accessibility for people switching platforms the subway (in the middle of the platforms at Flinders Street Station) has undergone refurbishment works will give passengers more accessible options to move between platforms When the new Town Hall Station opens later this year the Degraves Subway will be the connecting point between the two stations allowing you to change between them without needing to touch off your Myki crews have completed extensive restoration works in Degraves Street Subway and Campbell Arcade the subway will allow moving between platforms only and the exits will remain closed That will change in the coming months with the reopening of the historic Campbell Arcade Learn more about Town Hall Station Flinders University proudly acknowledges its 2025 Australia Day Honour recipients celebrated for their pioneering contributions to higher education Vice-Chancellor Professor Colin Stirling congratulated the 12 staff and associates of Flinders University who have been recognised for their outstanding achievements across diverse fields “Flinders people are our greatest asset showcasing our University’s fearless commitment to advancing knowledge and transforming lives globally,” Professor Stirling said advancing cultural understanding through research Flinders people worldwide are making a significant impact every single day.” Infectious diseases expert and PhD graduate (Med) ’05 Professor Allen Cheng AC is one of six individuals nationally to receive the highest honour during a period of renewed focus on emerging diseases Professor Cheng was appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia for his eminent service to medicine as an epidemiologist to infectious and communicable disease research and education and to national and international public health policy “I was somewhat surprised to receive an Australia Day honour as I had assumed most people had forgotten about COVID-era minor celebrities,” said Professor Cheng “I hope that my honour reinforces the need for Australia to have experts in obscure and not-so-obscure areas of knowledge as we never know who we may need to call upon to guide us through unexpected events.” Archaeology Professor Claire Smith AO has been appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for her distinguished service to tertiary education particularly social and anthropological archaeology and as a national and international academic Professor Smith has collaborated with Indigenous communities at culturally significant sites across Australia Her pioneering efforts in Indigenous archaeology have broken barriers between Aboriginal communities and universities shaping archaeology to make notable contributions to Indigenous health Professor Smith is the Academic Secretary of the 10th World Archaeological Congress A former professor in women’s studies at Flinders and one of Australia’s foremost historians has been appointed an Officer of the Order of Australia for distinguished service to tertiary education particularly Indigenous history and colonial settlement through research and publications Flinders Convocation Medallist Margaret Burn AM has been appointed a Member of the Order of Australia for significant service to library and information science Flinders University congratulates several other alumni who have been recognised in the 2025 Australia Day Honours list: small business owner and community volunteer who has called the Mornington Peninsula home for decades he is deeply concerned about the future his children and grandchildren will inherit under the reckless policies of the major parties.“I’m tired of the two-party system treating Australian taxpayers like a never-ending cash cow our economy deserves better and Australia deserves better.”Mike has spent his career working across industries as a project manager and consultant gaining real-world experience in economic development His background in real estate and business coaching has given him insight into the increasing struggles Australians face; whether it’s skyrocketing housing costs out-of-control energy prices or small businesses suffocating under red tape.As a proud Christian and active member of St Mark’s Anglican Church in Dromana Mike is passionate about restoring traditional Australian values and pushing back against the radical social engineering being forced on society He believes in protecting family structures ensuring fair and transparent elections and preventing ideological manipulation in politics and media.Mike is particularly concerned about the skyrocketing cost of living believing that energy affordability and infrastructure investment are key to securing Australia’s economic future He supports One Nation’s commitment to restoring reliable low-cost energy by reinvesting in coal and gas while cutting the bureaucratic waste that drives up household bills.His priorities include stronger border protection a moratorium on immigration until infrastructure catches up and an independent audit of government spending Mike is also a vocal supporter of investigating the impacts of pandemic lockdowns and mandates ensuring accountability for government overreach.“Australians were forced into lockdowns lost their jobs and had their freedoms stripped away; all while big corporations and government elites got richer The major parties won’t fight for everyday Australians but I will.”Mike is calling on the people of Flinders to reject the career politicians who have failed them and back a candidate who understands real life The One Nation political party was launched on the 11th April 1997 at Ipswich by its founder 2/6-12 Boronia Rd Brisbane Airport QLD 4008 HERITAGE Victoria has granted a heritage permit for long-awaited repair works of the 1860s-built Flinders Pier but the project’s future remains uncertain amid concerns of insufficient funding While the full 327-metre length of the historic pier remains open to the public has been closed since April 2020 following the deterioration of piles and decking The permit, issued on 10 April, would allow works to be undertaken but as reported by The News in March, a document released by Heritage Victoria revealed that the repairs could be hampered by a lack of funding (Flinders Pier works in jeopardy The state government has allocated $1.5m for critical works on the pier But a document by a Melbourne-based heritage consulting company which was submitted as part of a heritage application warned the pier had 54 supporting timber piles in need of replacement but the work could be restrained by insufficient funds Save Flinders Pier chairman Charles Reis said while a permit was welcome he expressed concerned about the potential setback in repairs because of funding uncertainty and called on all sides of politics to help support their campaign Parks Victoria had planned to prioritise some sections of the pier to be fixed while leaving other parts of the pier potentially fenced off “The Save Flinders Pier campaign has been in touch with the Minister for Ports Melissa Horne to express community concern and request an assurance that the government will provide Parks Victoria with sufficient funds to complete repair works to the Flinders Pier,” he said in a community newsletter published in April “The Minister declined to provide such a commitment who asked a question on the floor of parliament A similar response was provided.” Reis noted that Groth and Flinders MP Zoe McKenzie had since visited the pier to meet with him and other community members The Save Flinders Pier campaign had also connected with Flinders candidates running in the federal election including Labor’s Sarah Race and independent Ben Smith Mornington Peninsula Shire councillor Cr David Gill and mayor Cr Anthony Marsh were also updated in early March “Ensuring all our politicians and political candidates are equally across this issue is very important.” Reis added he was incredibly grateful for the Flinders community’s support “and all 45,000 Victorians who joined us to Save Flinders Pier” Parks Victoria has not posted an online community update on the pier since May last year First published in the Mornington News – 22 April 2025 Flinders University has been named a finalist in the 2025 Defence and National Security Workforce Awards for Best Future Skills Provider This prestigious awards program is dedicated to recognising the exceptional individuals and initiatives that are shaping the future of Australia’s defence and national security landscape Dean of Education in the College of Science and Engineering says Flinders has been recognised for launching a wide range of landmark initiatives and education programs supporting the development of the future defence workforce “This includes establishing the degree apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering with defence industry primes, with lead partner  ASC Pty Ltd  which involves apprentices working while undertaking a university degree “The degree apprenticeship has been a gamechanger for boosting attraction into the defence industry because apprentices earn while they learn from professionals in the industry.” “Flinders has also partnered with the Findon Technical College for students who qualify to be able be able to complete their first year of a degree while in Year 12 fast-tracking their pathway into key career opportunities.” Flinders is also delivering suite of defence initiatives, including the first class of nuclear engineering students taking part in an exchange program with the University of Rhode Island in 2025. The University is also continuing to deliver its Micro-credential in Cybersecurity Governance and upskilling students from the defence industry in Digital Technologies While PhD student Alastair Wiegemann has also been nominated for finalist in the category of Best Aerospace Technical Specialist Under 35 for his work in Electronic Warfare in the Centre for Defence Engineering Research and Training (CDERT) “It’s a great honour to be selected as a finalist in such a prestigious award I have never pursued work with the idea of winning awards but it is nice to see a reward for the effort that I have put in.” “Working on new EM direction finding methods has been challenging but getting some positive initial results has been very rewarding.” Defence Connect Managing Editor Liam Garman extended his congratulations to all finalists the defence and national security sectors are undergoing a once-in-a-generation uplift This uplift is down to the dedication and expertise of the Australian industry,” Garman said “Whether you’re a professional who is trailblazing in their field or whether your business has an initiative that is transforming the way that we work – we look forward to applauding your efforts at the Defence & National Security Workforce Awards “I look forward to raising a toast to all of our finalists and winners on the evening!” The winners will be announced at a black-tie gala at Illumina New community-driven strategies that support the social and emotional wellbeing of Indigenous men and boys across Australia will be evaluated for their power to address the alarming health inequities this group faces and to prioritise Indigenous focused programs and services will run in close collaboration with rural and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities where rates of chronic disease and mortality mental health issues and substance abuse issues are not decreasing as they have in other populations “Chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease and mental health problems are disproportionately prevalent among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men,” says Professor James Smith, Flinders University’s Deputy Dean of Rural and Remote Health – NT “We are grateful for Movember’s funding that will allow our highly experienced team to create a truly genuine and collaborative involvement with Indigenous men so we can support them to develop evidence-based solutions that address their needs and concerns in a tangible way “Some of the Indigenous-led activities that we want to evaluate include yarning circles and arts-based methods along with individual interviews focus groups and case studies where we can test a broad range of evaluation methods tools and analytical approaches,” says Professor Smith Flinders University has been awarded more than $2 million for the role of Movember’s Australian ‘Evaluation and Implementation Science Partner’ as part of a $59 million global investment to improve the health and wellbeing of Indigenous men around the world and self-determination play a pivotal role in safeguarding Indigenous people from psychological distress By nurturing social and emotional wellbeing and by developing more programs and services rooted in Indigenous culture and grounded in holistic health principles we can support healing and improved health outcomes for generations to come,” says Sonia Prevost-Derbecker Movember Global Director Indigenous Programs Professor Smith says that the Flinders’ team is honoured to be walking alongside Movember and the funded projects to improve health outcomes for Indigenous outcomes our team will work closely with other organisations funded by Movember to develop meaningful ways in which to help men in Indigenous communities,” says Professor Smith “By partnering with Aboriginal community-controlled organisations to evaluate community-based projects we can use our extensive research strengths and knowledge in health and social equity to develop tailored health programs and services “This is part of our enduring commitment to work alongside rural and remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to support their needs and priorities.” The evaluation team will be led by Flinders Rural and Remote Health researchers – Professor Smith and Associate Professor Kootsy Canuto, along with other members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander male health and wellbeing team and FHMRI’s Health Equity Impact Program It will also involve a partnership with the University of Tasmania The first meeting for the new program recently took place at Movember’s headquarters in Melbourne where team members Dr Jacob Prehn Dr Melissa Opozda and Professor Smith met with Community Assistance Partner – Yamagigu “By working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders and communities we hope to identify which methods and tools are most suited to meeting their needs and helping to close the gap,” adds Professor Smith Flinders University will mark the outstanding contributions of five esteemed South Australian figures this month bestowing them with honorary doctorates during graduation ceremonies at the Adelaide Convention Centre Flinders University Honorary degrees are presented to distinguished members of the community whose extraordinary leadership has changed lives Recipients of honorary degrees come from all walks of life and have made their mark through contributions that have made genuine impact They join a range of others recognised for their contribution to community and embodying the values of courage integrity and excellence that make Flinders a strong and distinctive institution Flinders University’s Chancellor John Hood says “I am delighted to formally acknowledge our admiration and recognition of our honorary graduates and welcome them into the Flinders’ family The awards acknowledge five distinguished figures with a record of achievement and innovation in very different fields I would like to congratulate our deserving recipients upon these distinguished honours for their commitment to their crafts and lasting impact their dedication has made.” who will receive a Doctor of the University honoris causa is the Chief Executive of Haigh’s Chocolates Australia’s oldest family-owned chocolate manufacturing retailer Alister has been leading the company for nearly thirty years Haigh’s now employs more than 900 people and currently produces over 1,000 tonnes of chocolate annually Haigh’s Chocolates is serious about its responsibilities for sustainable farming Eighty percent of the cocoa beans they source from around the world come from Rainforest Alliance certified farms and their aim is to achieve buying 100 percent certified cocoa beans within the next two-to-three years “Mr Haigh is a richly deserving recipient of the award of Doctor of the University honoris causa in recognition of his outstanding leadership and innovation at the helm of the South Australian family owned and run business who will receive a Doctor of Letters honoris causa is the Creative Director and Founder of South Australian couture house Paul debuted his first collection which was entirely designed he was awarded Young Australian of the Year for his work in founding Paolo Sebastian and its contribution to the Australian fashion industry he was awarded Designer of The Year in the Prix de Marie Claire Awards the Paolo Sebastian designs are handmade in Adelaide with each piece brought to life through the mastery of Paul and his team of specialised seamstresses Paolo Sebastian is worn by celebrities walking the red carpets of the Golden Globes Paolo Sebastian has dressed the likes of Kim Kardashian “In recognition that Paul Vasileff has truly made his mark in the fashion industry with his unique skills Flinders University would like to present him with a Doctor of Letters honoris causa,” says Chancellor Hood and internationally sought-after keynote speaker with a global crusade to help people embrace their bodies she is a fiercely passionate advocate for social change whose message has reached over 200 million people worldwide She is the co-executive Director of The Embrace Collective director of the Embrace and Embrace Kids films Flinders University is proud to partner with The Embrace Collective through the work of the Embrace Impact Lab This collaboration enables multidisciplinary researchers to connect research universal message to help people embrace their bodies and an unwavering commitment to her cause Taryn Brumfitt is a true force to be reckoned with and an extremely worthy recipient of a Doctor of the University honoris causa from Flinders University,” says Chancellor Hood is recognised as one of Australia’s premier realist painters His works feature many prominent public figures including Dame Joan Sutherland and Sir Donald Bradman He is a multiple award-winner including the Archibald People’s Choice Award three times – and the Doug Moran Portrait Prize He won the inaugural Fleurieu Landscape Prize in 1998 Hannaford was recognised with a Member of the Order of Australia in the 2014 Queen’s Birthday Honours list for significant service to the visual arts as a painter and sculptor Hannaford is also a committed lover of Australian native flora and fauna and was the visionary and founding member of the Bushland Conservation Company and Hesters Conservation Company which aims to preserve biodiversity by buying land on Kangaroo Island “Robert Hannaford AM is an extremely worthy recipient of a Doctor of the University honoris causa from Flinders University in recognition of his contribution to the art world across the past 60 years and his ongoing commitment to conservation in South Australia,” says Chancellor Hood who will receive a Doctor of Science honoris causa Microscopy and Pathology in the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University 2024 marks the 50th year of Pat’s continued employment at Flinders Pat’s achievements are not based solely on longevity they are best reflected by her outstanding contributions to both Flinders and to medical research Based on her humility to remain in the background Pat chose not to be a co-author on most of her research she is officially ‘acknowledged’ in over 100 peer-reviewed publications demonstrating her contributions to these works The impact of this research is illustrated by these publications being cited over 8,000 times by others in the field a record many Professors will not achieve in their career “In recognition of the excellence and rigour of her scientific work for 50 years within the College of Medicine and Public Health at Flinders University Patricia Vilimas is awarded a Doctor of Science honoris causa,” says Chancellor Hood A full list of Flinders University honorary doctorates is available here. A team of researchers have made a new discovery in the field of hematology providing an explanation for spontaneous and unusual blood-clotting that continues to occur despite treatment with full-dose blood thinners Collaborators Dr Jing Jing Wang (co-first author), Professor Tom Gordon and colleagues from Flinders University played a key role in cracking the code of lethal blood antibodies mediating the new chronic blood clotting disorder The new study led by Professor Ted Warkentin from McMaster University in Canada was published in the leading international medical journal The findings are expected to influence how doctors test for with the potential to improve patient outcomes Researchers found this new blood clotting disorder to have certain similarities to vaccine-induced immune thrombocytopenia and thrombosis (VITT)—a rare but aggressive clotting disorder that was caused by certain discontinued COVID-19 vaccines The research reveals that certain patients can develop severe blood clotting due to antibodies that closely resemble those that cause VITT even in the absence of known triggers for such antibodies such as blood thinners (heparin) or prior vaccination The newly identified disorder has been termed VITT-like monoclonal gammopathy of thrombotic significance (MGTS) “Low-level serum M (monoclonal) protein are often identified in patients who have VITT-like MGTS,” says research team leader Dr Wang from the College of Medicine and Public Health and Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute (FHMRI) “By using our proteomic approach developed at Flinders Proteomics Facility we have proven that the M proteins are the pathological VITT-like antibodies “Despite these M proteins being in relatively low concentrations they are highly pathological VITT-like proteins which explain the patients’ severe symptoms,” she says “This is a new disorder identified by researchers at McMasters University and is of considerable importance to all physicians,” says clinical team leader Professor Gordon from the College of Medicine and Public Health and SA Pathology Vaccine-induced thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT) was linked to the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in early 2021 leading the Australian government to restrict its rollout to those aged over 65 It is also associated with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine Janssen although the vaccine is not currently included in Australia’s vaccination program “We all remember those difficult times during the pandemic when the vaccine was linked to the rare sometimes lethal clotting complication called vaccine-induced immune thrombocytopenia and thrombosis or “VITT”,” says Professor Gordon “This was initially thought to be self-limiting over days and weeks “The major jump in knowledge coming from this new study is that a highly similar chronic condition – over months and years – can occur with patients presenting with intermittent clotting episodes,” he says Flinders University researchers played a key role in analysing the specific antibodies that are involved in VITT-like MGTS “We examined the antibodies to see how they are constructed by our immune system and what makes this new disorder different from the classic VITT cases we saw during the pandemic and to improve our overall understanding of this condition,” says Dr Wang “Our findings indicate that chronic anti-PF4 disorders have distinct immunological features and require tailored diagnostic and therapeutic approaches “The chronic nature of these disorders often leads to severe clinical outcomes necessitating comprehensive management strategies,” she says co-first author and professor emeritus in the Department of Pathology & Molecular Medicine at McMaster University says “By understanding how to diagnose VITT-like MGTS we can develop more effective treatment strategies that go beyond traditional anticoagulation.” Researchers performed a detailed analysis of cases exhibiting unusual blood-clotting despite patients being on full-dose blood thinners focusing on five patients who had unexplained VITT-like antibodies that were detectable for a year or more The analyses identified the presence of M (monoclonal) proteins (which typically indicate plasma cell disorders) and together with the persisting VITT-like reactivities over at least 12 months (which is highly unusual for most anti-PF4 antibodies) thus pointing to an ongoing pathological process rather than a short-term anomaly A remarkable observation was that each of the patients had failed blood thinning treatment, but they showed some benefit with unusual treatments, such as high-dose intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors (ibrutinib) The existence of this novel blood clotting disorder has important implications for how health care providers will evaluate patients who develop unusual or difficult to treat blood clots in the future The study included a multinational collaboration with data collected from five patients treated at institutions in Canada See also, ‘Vaccine-induced immune thrombotic thrombocytopenia (VITT) is mediated by a stereotyped clonotypic antibody’ by Jing Jing Wang, Bridie Armour, Tim Chataway, Alexander Troelnikov, Alex Colella, Olivia Yacoub, Simon Hockley, Chee Wee Tan and Tom Paul Gordon. DOI: 10.1101/2022.03.28.22272975 ‘Antibody fingerprints linking adenoviral anti-PF4 disorders’ by Jing Jing Wang The New England Journal of Medicine journal Get the latest news to your email inbox FREE a collection of 20 architect-designed warehouse/workstore units in Flinders View Get an all ACCESS PASS to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription Get an all access pass to the News and your Digital Edition with an online subscription With a focus on supporting students and preparing the arts and cultural sector for the future Adelaide Festival Centre is proud to announce Flinders University as a centre-wide Education Partner following the recent opening of the University’s City Campus located adjacent to the Festival Plaza Through a range of innovative and engaging projects artists and the wider industries by enhancing the cultural and educational landscape of South Australia and gain a deeper engagement with the Asia-Pacific region Vice-President and Executive Dean of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Flinders University Professor Peter Monteath: “This partnership builds on many years of successful collaboration while opening new opportunities for both parties to contribute to the delivery of world-class education in the Creative and Performing Arts.” Next month, the partnership will deliver the International Symposium: Leadership in the Arts, Culture and Creative Industries at Flinders University bringing together leaders from universities and arts institutions across the Asia-Pacific to share experiences and strategic visions in response to the sector’s most pressing challenges and opportunities through a series of keynote speeches and critical discussions on leadership Flinders University students will be offered a six-day intensive subject focusing on festivals – providing an in-depth exploration of festival management and arts programming Equipping students with practical skills and insights the course will be led by Adelaide Festival Centre’s Head of Public Affairs Christie Anthoney Adelaide Festival Centre will also facilitate Work Integrated Learning Placements for Flinders University students offering hands-on experience across various festivals and roles within the industry including from production and programming to marketing hospitality and front of house to name a few This program aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice Adelaide Festival Centre CEO & Artistic Director Douglas Gautier AM: “The collaboration between the arts and education sectors brings a multitude of benefits to the wider community Adelaide Festival Centre supports students across all stages of learning “Our exciting partnership with Flinders University highlights the opportunities that the Festival Plaza and Riverbank precincts present and is another great example of how these sectors can work together.” offering valuable resources and support as they prepare for their performances More exciting programs and initiatives as part of the partnership will be announced soon Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time A 200-tonne crane will shut down a key section of Flinders Street to traffic for all of 2025 as the Allan government races to complete two Big Build projects Along with the shutdown of the major arterial road, works on projects including the West Gate Bridge and Metro Tunnel will disrupt trips across Melbourne over summer Transport Infrastructure Minister Danny Pearson announced the works while at Anzac Station on Friday.Credit: Joe Armao Flinders Street – one of the CBD’s busiest roads – will close between Swanston and Elizabeth streets to accommodate the crane Westbound traffic on the road will also be reduced to one lane between Russell and Swanston streets Pedestrian access will remain on both sides of Flinders Street between Swanston and Elizabeth and on the north side of Flinders between Russell and Swanston streets The south side of Flinders in that section is already closed to pedestrians and will stay that way until the end of 2025 Transport Infrastructure Minister Danny Pearson said the yearlong shutdown was necessary to get the Metro Tunnel ready for passengers train staff and station staff to try and test-control the way in which the Metro Tunnel will operate so that we can ensure this project will be ready in 2025 ahead of schedule,” Pearson said on Friday “We’re doing that because we’ve got to locate this 200-tonne crane to build that entrance at Federation Square and Town Hall [station] What that means is that [part] of Flinders Street will be closed between Swanston Street and Russell Street.” Pearson said the crane could not be placed anywhere else because existing infrastructure was being moved He added the alternative to shutting down the two sections of Flinders Street would be cutting off left-hand turn from Flinders Street into St Kilda road and the advice was to … allow for that left-hand turn into St Kilda road given the fact St Kilda road is a major The government later said the decision was based on “extensive traffic modelling” and that a similar shutdown of Flinders Street in July added five to 10 minutes to commuter trips Three city-bound lanes on the West Gate Bridge will also close from Boxing Day to January 4 The closure is expected to cause delays of up to 30 minutes Cranbourne and Pakenham train lines will face weekend disruptions from late November until mid-December The section of Flinders Street between Swanston and Elizabeth streets will be closed through 2025.Credit: Getty Images Buses will replace trains on sections on the Sunbury line while Cranbourne and Pakenham passengers will have their services disrupted from January 2 to 11 The Hurstbridge line will also shut down for two months Pakenham residents will also face disruptions with the McGregor Street city-bound ramp to the Princes Freeway closing from January 14 to early March the removal of 10 level-crossings will impact the Sunbury and Bendigo train lines Opposition major projects spokesperson David Southwick lashed the traffic disruption “Who shuts down Flinders Street for the whole of 2025 because they’ve got a project [which didn’t need to shut down the street] prior “This is a government that has not planned this project Southwick also questioned the cost of shutting the major road “Victorians are paying the price when the major arterial road in the CBD gets shut down for the whole of the year,” he said Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter Along with the shutdown of the major arterial road works on projects including the West Gate Bridge and will disrupt trips across Melbourne over summer Flinders Street \\u2013 one of the CBD\\u2019s busiest roads \\u2013 will close between Swanston and Elizabeth streets to accommodate the crane ahead of schedule,\\u201D Pearson said on Friday \\u201CWe\\u2019re doing that because we\\u2019ve got to locate this 200-tonne crane to build that entrance at Federation Square and Town Hall [station] will be closed between Swanston Street and Russell Street.\\u201D \\u201CYou couldn\\u2019t [keep both open] and the advice was to \\u2026 allow for that left-hand turn into St Kilda road given the fact St Kilda road is a major The government later said the decision was based on \\u201Cextensive traffic modelling\\u201D Three city-bound lanes on the Bridge will also close from Boxing Day to January 4 \\u201CWho shuts down Flinders Street for the whole of 2025 because they\\u2019ve got a project [which didn\\u2019t need to shut down the street] prior and now it\\u2019s shutting down?\\u201D he said \\u201CThis is a government that has not planned this project \\u201CVictorians are paying the price when the major arterial road in the CBD gets shut down for the whole of the year,\\u201D he said Start the day with a summary of the day\\u2019s most important and interesting stories Flinders University has launched new high-tech laboratories and celebrated a milestone, with more than 1200 Year 9 girls taking part in its STEM enrichment workshops. More than 100 high school students – all Year 9 girls from six metro and country high schools – were part of the official opening of South Australia’s newest chemistry and physics labs after an investment by Flinders University at its Bedford Park campus Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC officially unveiled a plaque to open the modern new 761 square metre labs Flinders Vice-Chancellor Professor Colin Stirling joined Professor Alistair Rendell and other staff from the College of Science and Engineering to host the Governor and her husband “In recent years, hundreds of Year 9 girls have now benefited from our special STEM Enrichment Academy program with the latest phase building the skills of more than 1200 students as well as their teachers via our targeted professional development courses,” says Professor of Physics Maria Parappilly “It is exciting to see many of our STEM Enrichment Academy visitors pursue physics chemistry and science in senior secondary and then at university so their career prospects are strong and often in high-paying fields “This extensive $7 million redevelopment will benefit all of our first-year university students bringing to life many of the practical and fundamental parts of science to inspire them.” They addressed the latest group of high school students – from Mary MacKillop College Marryatville and Christies Beach high schools Harvest Christian College at Kadina and Sacred Heart College and Westminster School Including the first phase of the STEM Enrichment Academy program more than 1600 Year 9 students from SA and other states and territories have had intensive hands-on experience with science topics at Flinders University Professor Rendell says the opening of new facilities at Bedford Park as well as Flinders University’s Tonsley and city campuses will help meet industry demand for engineers and professionals well trained in mathematics and technology The lab launch is part of the celebration of this month’s UN-declared International Day of Women and Girls in Science Her Excellency is a Fellow of both the Institute of Public Administration of Australia and the Australian Institute of International Affairs. She holds Honorary Doctorates from the University of Adelaide and the Australian National University. Mr Bunten is a former diplomat and secondary physics and math teacher The next STEM Enrichment Academy days at Flinders University are scheduled for 7 March (to help support International Women’s Day) and 4 April Phase II of the federally funded (Department of Industry Science and Resources) Women in STEM and Entrepreneurship (WiSE) grant program the Flinders University STEM Enrichment Academy is offering a Physics Skills Enhancement Microcredential Course for 35 school teachers Flinders University will work with service providers to deliver 100 psychology internships across SA and NT funded by federal government grants aimed at increasing access to psychologists and strengthening the psychology workforce The grant from the Department of Health and Aged Care will enable Flinders to support service providers by offsetting their costs when they facilitate internships as well as support improved quality of supervision Employers of provisional psychologists undertaking their internship year following the completion of their Masters of Professional Psychology (MPP) degree program will be eligible to apply for $30,000 for each internship in order to support onboarding Professor Deborah West says providing internships is vital to alleviating the national shortage of psychologists and Flinders is committed to growing and diversifying the workforce particularly in regional and remote communities The grants prioritise areas of greatest need with internships and supervisor training to be offered to people in First Nations communities culturally and linguistically diverse communities and people living in regional “The interns add to workforce capacity immediately but also require additional supervision training and infrastructure support and as such can be a significant cost to an employer this can also mean additional costs such as relocation expenses An additional $5,000 is available to assist in these relocation costs “This funding is good news for students who want to be in practice working as psychologists as quickly as possible and is a huge benefit for people in the community who are seeking psychological support,” she said The internships will also support providers through the development of internship hubs to help strengthen psychology supervisors’ skills The funding is available to all service providers who employ a MPP trained intern government and not-for-profit organisations Flinders is the only University in SA and NT which offers the MPP program and is very proud of its results thus far The program is currently the quickest pathway to practice as a provisional psychologist with interns entering the workforce after one-year of master’s course work following their undergraduate studies Madeline Rac completed the Flinders program in 2022 commenced internship with Sonder in 2023 and is now employed and registered as a psychologist as a result “The pathway allowed me to have financial security by earning a salary during my internship year which also helped with being able to take part in further professional development.” “I would recommend the pathway as the MPP provides an excellent foundation prior to working as a provisional psychologist in the internship My internship year allowed me to develop my therapeutic and assessment skills while having access to regular supervision This was a significant amount of supervision and support that has increased my confidence entering the profession.” says the organisation has demonstrated exceptional investment in the Psychology workforce by creating and supporting psychology interns “Thanks to Sonder’s investment in this space we have been able to offer high quality internal supervision for many provisional psychologists The return on investment is the development of highly skilled highly trained psychologists within the organisation where we have been able to shape and develop their skills and competencies to a very high standard during the intern year.” “The high standard of training in Psychology via the Master of Professional Psychology at Flinders ensures that an intern is already a highly competent clinician upon entry into the internship year They come with 5 years of university-level training and with appropriate supervision and support are equipped to deliver a high standard of evidence based psychological therapy and mental health care to consumers “The standard of psychological therapy demonstrated by Madeline is evidenced by the extensive and exceptional feedback (both quantitative and qualitative) that she has received from her clients over the course of the internship year.” You can find more information about the federal government funding and the Master of Professional Psychology (5+1) program at the provided links. In 2019, archaeologists in London made an extraordinary discovery under one of the city's major railway stations - the coffin plate of the famous English explorer, Matthew Flinders. Now, the artefact has been transported to Flinders University's Adelaide campus, where it's being exhibited for the very first time in Australia. GUEST: Fiona Salmon, Director of Flinders University's art museum Inspired by the adventure novel Robeson Crusoe, Flinders was drawn to a life at sea and at the age of 15 he joined the Royal Navy. Published: 13h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 10:45pm Published: 14h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 10:30pm Published: 14h agoSun 4 May 2025 at 10:00pm Download the ABC listen app to text and call your favourite live radio Flinders University and CDW Studios have once again been listed amongst the top 50 creative media and entertainment art schools and colleges in the world the only in-person Australian institution to make the list The rankings are compiled by The Rookies industry-recognised organisation that evaluates the work of digital illustration and design students from the world’s leading digital media and art schools Flinders and CDW also featured in the top 10 for Concept Art (5th) and 2D Animation (9th) 3D Animation (36th) and Game Design & Development (33rd) Flinders and CDW Studios combine forces to offer a hands-on Bachelor of Creative Arts (Visual Effects and Entertainment Design) The course is instructed by Flinders lecturers and world-class teachers who are professional practitioners and have worked with some of the world’s top entertainment providers students graduating in the program have regularly won international accolades for their outstanding work and have gone on to showcase their talents by securing employment with international entertainment companies like Marvel Warner Brothers and game development companies Digital Media and Visual Effects and Entertainment Design discipline lead Jason Bevan says the 2024 rankings result reflects the program’s continued success in fostering students at the cutting edge of digital design “To feature in the Top 50 Creative Schools in the world and be the only in-person Australian institution listed is an ongoing testament to the Flinders University and CDW Studios partnership which is rightfully recognised as one of the best in the world,” says Bevan “To consistently achieve this year after year highlights the talent of not only our amazing students but also the staff and instructors who support and nurture their talent “This is an outstanding achievement that reflects the amazing quality of our students and the determination of our teachers to prepare them for opportunities in an evolving Visual Effects and Entertainment Design industry around the world CDW Animation Director Simon Scales says there is no doubt that the standard of work being produced globally is outstanding and the competition continues to intensify our students prove year after year that their talent and dedication puts them head and shoulders above the crowd Securing work in major film studios globally and in AAA to Indie game studios is evidence of that,” says Scales View more information about the rankings at therookies.co Race 2 of the 2024 Audi Centre Sydney Blue Water Pointscore – the 88nm Flinders Islet Race down to Wollongong and back – got underway at 1000hrs this morning in perfect sunshine and extremely light and fickle conditions The fleet of 33 entries faced tricky 4-6kt WNW breeze at the start and were then challenged by a number of significant holes smattered all over the racetrack heavier boats struggled to get rolling and limp kites were a common sight around Sow and Pigs Most boats pushed over to the western shore initially; the favoured side where the TP52s KOA and Smuggler soon took advantage of a spurt of breeze and pulled away from a pack which included the mini maxis Whisper and URM Group Calibre 12 was holding her own against the bigger competition Smuggler outfoxed KOA to grab bragging rights as first out the Heads in what looks likely to be a good tussle down to Flinders Islet A large contingent of double handed entries were amongst the leaders; Disko Trooper_Contender Sailcloth again at the fore The last of the fleet were still leaving the Heads over an hour and a half after the start RACE TRACKER: https://bwps.cycaracing.com/tracker/ STANDINGS: https://bwps.cycaracing.com/standings/ A next-generation vertical wind turbine is set to be put on trial south of Adelaide in a novel research collaboration between Flinders University and South Australian start-up company VAWT-X Energy Supported by private equity and state and federal funding the research team has constructed and tested a 6KW prototype to install at a field site on the Fleurieu Peninsula in coming weeks The futuristic new design could help to increase the sustainability and energy operating costs of residential agricultural and light industrial operations close to metropolitan areas The large standalone vertical turbine – designed with quiet operation and adaptability in mind – are shaping up to be just as efficient head of the Advanced Wind Energy Technology (AWET) research group based at Flinders University’s Tonsley campus In a recent review article published in Energies Dr Zanj and colleagues give insights into the potential of Darrieus-type VAWTs “ ‘Darrieus’ VAWTs can thrive across diverse environments or scaled up for larger wind farms,” says Dr Zanj from the College of Science and Engineering “They offer advantages like high power density on wind farms and adaptability to urban areas with shifting winds – all while being quieter and more economical to operate.” VAWT-X Energy founder Gary Andrews says the new wind turbine aims to address some of the long-standing aerodynamic challenges “We believe our VAWTs are not only more efficient but also more accessible for applications like off-grid power and sustainable energy solutions for small businesses and farms,” Mr Andrews says “The design of these new VAWT-X Energy turbines solves some of the traditional barriers for Darrieus designs.” versatile alternative for renewable production in Australia and elsewhere The low-maintenance two-bladed helical vertical axis wind turbine design comprises a rotor with a shaft connected to a brake and generator says South Australia is a leader in the global energy transition with an ambitious target of 100 per cent net renewable electricity generation target by 2027 “We have reached this position by embracing innovation and that’s why the Malinauskas Government continues to back in projects such as this which challenge conventional thinking around renewable energy generation.” Since the rotor axis is in the vertical direction VAWTs are described as more suited to sites where the wind direction is highly variable and are relatively quiet so particularly useful in residential and urban areas drag co-efficiencies created by the blades rotating into the wind have created challenges in their development compared to horizontal axis wind turbines a Flinders University Lecturer in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering obtained a PhD focusing on complex system modelling He established a partnership with VAWT-X Energy in 2019 after company founder Gary Andrews brought his visionary green energy project to the University for development The article, Addressing VAWT aerodynamic challenges as the key to unlocking their potential in the wind energy sector (2024) by Abolfazi Abdolahifar and Amir Zanj has been published in a special issue of Energies entitled ‘Wind Turbine Aeromechanics: Theory THE Trumpet of Patriots candidate for the electorate of Flinders has announced he is “withdrawing his candidacy” for the upcoming federal election after being “blind sided by Clive Palmer’s decision” to preference Climate 200 backed candidate Ben Smith The announcement came on Monday (21 April) after he was unable to resolve the preferencing issue with Trumpet of Patriots head office The preferences “crisis” came after One Nation’s Mike Brown and Smart had originally announced on 16 April they would stand as a “unified alliance” Smart stated his intention to place Brown second on the Trumpet of Patriots ticket and Brown announced he would place Smart second on the One Nation ticket Those plans were thrown into disarray when news came down from Trumpet of Patriots head office last Friday (18 April) that they had decided Smart’s second preference would go to Smith While Smart has announced his “withdrawal” he is unable to be removed from the ballot at this late stage He also told The News it is against AEC rules for him to create a how-to-vote card inconsistent with the once produced by Trumpet of Patriots head office Smart believes his only option is to ask voters to “put him last” “My wife and I have been sitting here at home in utter disbelief since Friday morning” “I was given an undertaking by Clive Palmer and the Trumpet of Patriots that if I ran as a candidate for them that the Teal/Labor/Greens candidates would be last on the how-to-vote card.” “If Clive Palmer thinks I’m going to put my love for my country to the side so he can try and gain some political relevance The decision by Trumpet of Patriots head office left One Nation’s Brown scrambling to reprint 25,000 how-to-vote cards that had preferenced Smart before early voting begins Tuesday (22 April) he would be assisting Brown with his campaign Brown has now preferenced Liberal Zoe McKenzie second The Smith campaign told The News they had never communicated with Trumpet of Patriots head office and were not aware that Smith was preferenced second until the how-to-vote cards were published Thanks to a generous donation facilitated at Australia’s largest investment and philanthropy conference Flinders University’s Medical Device Research Institute will now receive $540,000 to advance its innovative medical devices and technologies An annual one-day event that brings together the investment community for a philanthropic purpose, Sohn Hearts & Minds was held in Adelaide for the first time last year thanks to support from the South Australian Government the 600 or so attendees representing more than $1 trillion worth of investment and funds under management Three South Australian research institutes will now share that donation with the Kids Research Institute Australia and the South Australian Medical Research Institute also receiving funds Flinders’ Medical Device Research Institute (MDRI) conducts world-leading collaborative research working directly with industry to develop innovative medical technology from proof-of-concept and prototyping to clinical evaluation and commercialisation thanked Sohn Heart & Minds for their generous donation and alongside an evolving healthcare system MDRI is proud to be a leader in this transformation developing new solutions and driving healthy futures,” says Professor Reynolds “This donation will further allow us to advance our multidisciplinary research in medical devices and assistive technologies fostering collaboration with industry and clinicians to develop innovative solutions that improve patient care and wellbeing.” Sohn Hearts & Minds has used its proceeds to fund Australian medical research – having raised more than $78 million alongside its philanthropic listed investment company Hearts and Minds Investments Limited (HM1) the conference has hosted 209 speakers and been attended by more than 7,800 people across the cities of Sydney “We’re proud to support these brilliant minds as they push the boundaries of discovery and impact,” says Maggie O’Neill Head of Marketing and Operations at Hearts and Minds Investments “These projects have the potential to drive meaningful change—through cutting-edge medical devices advancing precision medicine for Indigenous communities and deepening our understanding of neurodegenerative disease “Expanding our support to South Australian researchers reflects our commitment to backing world-class medical innovation across Australia We sincerely thank the Government of South Australia and Invest SA for supporting Sohn Hearts & Minds in Adelaide last year.” South Australian Minister for Trade and Investment Joe Szakacs says hosting Australia’s premier investor event and thought leadership conference in Adelaide meant 600 senior representatives and key decision-makers from over 450 organisations came to our state “But it will also leave a permanent legacy for South Australian medical research.” “These investments in the future of science will help to boost the well-being of our community as researchers strive to continue making our lives happier The introduction of new Spotter buoys to measure wave height and direction and temperature in the sea off Victor Harbor in South Australia provides a timely new resource to monitor fluctuating sea conditions and their effect on coastal environments As unusually warm ocean temperatures for this time of year have triggered peculiar and destructive brown foam (believed to be triggered by microalgal blooms) to be washed up along the southern coastline the new buoys will provide crucial data to inform stakeholders and the public on changing ocean conditions released into Encounter Bay and the Southern Ocean in early March by Flinders University’s Associate Professor Graziela Miot da Silva and new PhD student Maya Lambert working in conjunction with SARDI Oceanography Research Officer Paul Malthouse and Victor Harbor Council Coastal Surveillance Officer Bronson Symmonds gather critical information on wave and ocean temperature changes driven by climate change The deployed buoys are Sofar Spotter metocean buoys that collect and transmit accurate ocean data such as wave height plus sea surface temperature and barometric pressure in real-time via cellular data transfer “This will provide good baseline data about coastal waters that has been lacking and there has never been a better time to have more information about this stretch of ocean,” says Associate Professor Miot da Silva part of Flinders University’s Beach and Dune Systems (BEADS) Lab “There has been a significant gap in wave information available to researchers The real-time wave data collected by this project will allow for the development of validated data-assimilating wave- and morphodynamic models to predict future changes in South Australia’s coastline including climate change and sea level rise “The intent of the research is to find better ways to manage this coast and to mitigate the risk to private and public assets on the coastline,” says Professor Patrick Hesp head of Flinders University’s Beach and Dune Systems (BEADS) Lab “The provision of accurate wave data is critical to improve understanding of variations in the hydrodynamic processes that shape coastlines to inform best coastal management practices drive the development of marine industries Data from the Spotter buoys – which will be maintained and processed thanks to a three-and-a-half-year Enterprise Industry scholarship funded by Victor Harbor Council and Flinders University to Flinders student Maya Lambert – will help local governments to forge better solutions for coastal protection Access to real-time wave data aids research and provides valuable information necessary for informing daily marine operations navigation and sea conditions for commercial and recreational fishermen and water-based research and monitoring programs This work in Encounter Bay is a collaboration between Flinders University the South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI the research arm of Primary Industries and Regions SA) and several district councils will provide long-term monitoring with real-time wave and sea surface temperature data to better understand coastal processes in the region and help predict the future of the state’s coastlines The project builds on existing coastal research being done by Flinders and SARDI the Department of Environment and Water and the Integrated Marine Observing System (IMOS) national Coastal Wave Buoys Facility with data being gathered from an extended network of wave buoys extending across the state from Robe to Ceduna Access to this data is also freely available to the public through the www.sawaves.org website – a site that has quickly become popular with commercial and recreational marine users to check accurate wave conditions across the state • The Coast Protection Board co-funds the Flinders PhD scholarship and contributed cash to the Council of Victor Harbor to purchase the wave buoy and maintain it via a Coast Protection Grant Flinders University PhD candidate Chloe Roberts has played a leading role a community-driven campaign to protect South Australia’s endangered sharks and rays Starting December 16, new regulations will enhance the protection of sharks and rays in South Australia safeguarding them from inhumane treatment and overfishing ray and chimaera inhabit South Australian waters in collaboration with The Shark and Ray Coalition the state government will introduce the greatest levels of protection in the country with fines for breach of the new arrangements being up to $20,000 In 2022, a coalition of concerned organisations – including conservation groups, scuba divers, researchers, and snorkelers made a submission to PIRSA on the protection of vulnerable sharks and rays The submission included several proposed changes to increase the level of protection for these important species The new fishing management arrangements include: Chloe Roberts is a PhD student at the Southern Shark Ecology Group and her research is currently focused on the diet and movement of local sharks and rays She has been working with passionate community members and PIRSA to implement these changes for shark and ray management Chloe says the value that these species provide to the environment and as charismatic animals loved by many beachgoers is now being recognised “I am thrilled that PIRSA has been so supportive and helped get these new rules passed to protect our marine wildlife.” with many species’ declines caused by fishing pressures.” “We are grateful to Minister Scriven for her and her department’s support to see South Australia lead the way regarding the management of shark and rays.” Ocean conservationist from The Shark and Ray Coalition Sarah Cameron says the organisation is grateful to PIRSA for their dedication and commitment over the past few years to bring about these changes “South Australia was lagging behind other states and territories with respect to laws protecting sharks and rays and now we are leading the country and setting a new standard for protecting these animals.” “We know the majority of people are against this type of cruelty and now these people will be penalised It’s time these sentient marine animals were afforded the respect and regulations given to land animals.” In addition to PIRSA’s communications activity the community coalition will undertake a communications plan to assist with not only ensuring fishers are aware of these new regulations but also understand how to release unwanted or protected catch More information is available here. SearchTrumpet of Patriots candidate withdraws after teal independent placed second how-to-vote cardLeonardo PuglisiApr 213 min readFlinders candidate Jason Smart has now told voters to "put me last" Trumpet of Patriots has lost one of its candidates, days after a controversy emerged over the party's preference recommendations on its how-to-vote cards who's running in the Liberal-held seat of Flinders in Victoria this morning said he had resigned over the party's decision to place Ben Smith who will still appear on the ballot as candidate nominations have closed says he is also encouraging other TOP candidate to withdraw "My wife and I have been sitting here at home in utter disbelief since Friday morning" Smart said that "when he was approached by Clive Palmer to be the candidate for Flinders he spoke to [Clive Palmer' about not only his disdain for the Teals Party but his desire to see the Liberals win government with the Freedom parties gaining seats in the lower house and in the senate" "I was given an undertaking by Clive Palmer and the Trumpet of Patriots that if I ran as a candidate for them that the Teal/Labor/Greens candidates would be last on the HTV card...I only agreed to run on that basis" Smart said that "whilst campaigning on behalf of TOP over the last month he had amassed support by constituents on the basis of him putting Ben Smith last on his ballot paper and that since Friday he had fielded hundreds of calls and messages from supporters who were appalled at the TOP decision to preference the Teal." but Brown has ended up recommending preferences to Liberal incumbent Zoe McKenzie "A conservative government with One Nation/Liberals going forward is the best outcome for our nation and I will assist them to achieve that with my integrity intact immigration and power prices are all issues that impact on families and businesses right around the country and Mike Brown of Pauline Hanson's One Nation has been transparent and upfront with the Australian people about their desire to see the back of Albanese" The Trumpet of Patriots website describes Smart as a "strong advocate for policies that put Australian workers and businesses first," who "grew up in a working-class family and built a successful career in the construction industry" 6 News has reached out to Trumpet of Patriots leader Suellen Wrightson for comment In both the House of Representatives and the Senate (including both above the line and below the line) meaning how-to-vote cards are recommendations only According to election analyst Dr Kevin Bonham the rate of voters that follow how-to-vote cards in the House of Representatives is around "45% for [major parties] usually 15% or less for anyone else," and in the Senate it's even less: "[circa] 25-30 for majors Advice has been issued by South East Water to the residents of Flinders the tap water is not safe to drink without boiling first The warning comes after a dead rodent was found in Shoreham Reservoir during a maintenance inspection on Thursday 20 March 2025 While South East Water undertakes water testing and investigations they’ve issued a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory to make sure tap water is safe to drink but finding it means that the drinking water may be contaminated with other germs that can cause illness Low water pressure and interruptions to water supply can lead to a build-up of bacteria that can make people sick Consumption of unboiled water may lead to diarrhoea the elderly and immuno-compromised people are particularly at risk The next update is expected by 21/03/2025 05:00 pm or as the situation changes The newly established Flinders Ageing Research Alliance (the “Alliance”) is dedicated to supporting Flinders’ exceptional researchers in health The Alliance aims to collaboratively expand research programs and undertake ambitious projects initiated by investigators and other stakeholders to address national gaps in our understanding of how to care for older individuals The Alliance is committed to advancing research and capacity building across various activities - designed to improve care and outcomes for older people this newly established role is dedicated to supporting Flinders’ exceptional researchers in health this is a role fundamental to the implementation of that plan and establishment of sustainable and efficient systems for infrastructure development Working alongside the Director of Research and the Director of Operations the Director of Strategy will manage the Alliance’s strategic planning The goal is to propel the Alliance toward becoming a national leader and to establish it as a trusted resource for high-quality evidence that informs both care and policy As a strategic leader with experience in formulating and delivering strategic plans you understand the complexities of research activities including the development and management of research partnerships With previous experience in establishing or managing a Research Institute the following are also Included in your management toolbox: For a more comprehensive list of duties and capabilities, please refer to the Position Description Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Xing Lee and establishment of sustainable and efficient systems for infrastructure development.  Working alongside the Director of Research and the Director of Operations For a more comprehensive list of duties and capabilities, please refer to the Position Description Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the position description For more information regarding this position, please contact Xing Lee your email address will be shared with the employer.